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"There was nothing to do and we ran out of time"

Fredonia, TX, USA

House3000 sq. ft.

Bedrooms5

Sleeps13

Bathrooms3

Half Baths0

Min Stay2 nights

5 bedroom, 3 bath, sleeps 14

Sleeping up to 14 people, The Lodge at The Hanging Grape Ranch is the perfect setting to re-aquiant families of any size. Each of our unique rooms offer a personalized touch to help you relax, unwind, & get away from it all. Although we do offer full satellite television & high speed internet access, we recommend turning off you electronic devices to enjoy true nature & each other's company.

"What if we get bored" you say? The Hanging Grape Ranch offers numerous outdoor activities to keep even the most restless of us adventure bound! Explore canyons, caves & beautiful mountain top vistas from our hiking trails. Arrange a personalized tour of the ranch from "Opa" to lean more of the local flora, fauna, history, & even help feed the cows!

Or better yet, do absolutely nothing. Simply enjoy the afternoon breeze under the shady live oaks in our back yard. Catch a beautiful hill country sunset from our front porch. Cook over open flame & relax around the rock fire pit in the evenings. And then there's the stars... especially the stars.

Like to hike, but not the whole family? Some can hang out at the lodge and some can hike. There are 7+ miles of hiking trails. Part of it is an old wagon trail. There is a 200 foot overlook with 50 mile views and a canyon and road down the side or climb down, take your choice. I also do a ranch tour for $150 extra and you get to ride down the same canyon, feed cows, and take in nature the easy way. Enjoy the peace and quiet of a 1280 acre ranch. Bring your bike. Bring a group. Check out our website at www.hanginggrape.com or search "Pontotoc Lodge" on You Tube. Also check out Pontotoc memories on you tube. See what you have been missing.

Want a wine tour in Fredericksburg? Check out www.moonsvinyardvoyages.com. Add $200 to their rates and they will pick you up and return you to the lodge.

Activities & things to do: Many guests visit Colorado Bend State Park (San Saba Co), the Eckert James River Bat cave (Mason Co), Enchanted Rock (Llano County), Vanishing River Cruise (Burnet County), and the new rock stacking park at the bridge in Llano. See Internet for information.

Of course a day in Fredericksburg is always a lot of fun.

The lodge is popular with reunion groups, large families, several families, home school families, winter Texans, women groups, and Christian or boy/girl scout groups and anyone wanting a break from the whirlwind of towns and spend a weekend or week in the country. Enjoy sitting around the round the fire pit in the back yard, listening to the coyotes, watching the deer sneak up to see what’s going on.

This is a wonderful place to unwind, but it is remote. There are no nearby stores. Remember you will be in the middle of a Texas ranch. You will need to bring your own food. I do have a butane grill, a wood grill or cook on the pit in the back yard. You will be equal distance for Brady, San Saba, Mason, and Llano. Llano has a place called Miiller's Llano Smokehouse and Mercantile that can make you some excellent meat and cheese snack plates. They have won many awards for their meats. They can make a plate for any number. I can accommodate you on getting the snack plates ordered and delivered. It is great deal for large families or groups that want to stay several nights and tour the local sites. Some of the group can come at separate times.

Since it is so remote with only a few lights glowing on the horizon and none directly it is an excellent place to bring your telescope and star gaze. The ranch tour gives kids an idea of the ranch setting. We feed cows and hear about how they are raised. I also include a history of an old wagon trail on the ranch and historical events that happened in the hill country that really are not covered that much in the history books. I also include some geological history as we drive through several geological formations on the tour. Of course, the information is edited to fit the group. The main reason for the whole tour is to have fun. Answering kids questions is sometimes the most fun thing we do. For more video check out you tube and Pontotoc memories God Bless Texas

Bedrooms

5 Bedrooms

Sleeps 13

Owner

Stanley Miller

Member Since 2007

Speaks:

english

Calendar last updated:

Oct 22, 2018

About Stanley Miller

I am a real estate agent and rancher. I still ranch part time and enjoy sharing this property with folks who like a break from the city lights, traffic, and noise. When I occasionally travel to the metropolitan areas I realize how blessed I am to have inherited this ranch.

Stanley Miller purchased this House in 1937

Why Stanley Miller chose Fredonia

I believe I give a tour unlike anything city folks will be able to see. The diverse geology, the traces of almost lost Texas history, and even the story that the native trees and grasses leaves us with makes everyone appreciate what a country we live in.

What makes this House unique

I give a ranch tour. The highlight is feeding the cows, the drive down the canyon, fishing in the tank, and for the early birds, there is always the thrill of nature in the morning when you never know what is around the corner as you take the ranch tour. Hogs, deer, rabbits, armadillo's, and birds all seem to be out at that hour. Also, I have discovered an old wagon trail. Travel down a trail which very possibly is one of the oldest roads in Texas. Discover some of Texas history before the Alamo and Stephen F Austin. Return to bar-b-que in the back yard under the stars out of sight of city lights. Watch the deer feeding outside the yard fence.

Amenities

Internet

Air Conditioning

Fireplace

TV

Satellite or Cable

Washer & Dryer

Children Welcome

Parking

Heater

Bathrooms

3 Bathrooms

Bathroom 1

toilet, tub

Bathroom 2

toilet, shower

Bathroom 3

toilet, combination tub/shower

Location Type

Mountain

Rural

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Alarm Clock

Air Conditioning

central air

Linens Provided

all linens provided

Washing Machine

washer and dryer

Clothes Dryer

Fireplace

Parking

Internet

Towels Provided

included

Wireless Internet

Iron & Board

Heating

Ceiling Fans

Firewood

Laundry Soap

Local Maps

Paper Towels

Shampoo

Basic Soaps

Toilet Paper

Parking Off Street

Living Room

Kitchen

Cooking Utensils

Dishwasher

Freezer

12 cubic freezer.

Stove

Oven

Microwave

Grill

Refrigerator

18 cu ft frigerator

Coffee Maker

Toaster

Ice Maker

Pantry Items

Stove

Dishes & Utensils

Kitchen

fully stocked with pans, dishes, toaster, coffee maker, microwave

Dining

Dining Area

Dining

comfy seating for 8 people

Entertainment

Television

Satellite / Cable

DVD Player

Books

Video Library

Outside

Lawn / Garden

Outdoor Grill

Suitability

suitable for elderly or infirm

Long-term Renters Welcome

23 Reviews

Wonderful4.8/5

1 - 6 of 23

A wonderful way to spend a long weekend

5/5

Stayed Apr 2008

iluvitalyAustin, Texas

A small group of my friends and I decided we needed a weekend away from it all. This property and home met all of our expectations and more. None of us wanted to come back home when it was time to leave. The home was exactly as described with no unwelcome surprises.

The kitchen provided us the opportunity to cook to our hearts content. We brought along a friend of ours who is studying to be a chef and we were cooking and cleaning all weekend long. The kitchen was well stocked with all the utensils needed to cook our delicious meals.

Stanley helped make our experience even better by giving us a ranch tour that gave us the opportunity to see the beautiful untouched land around the property, including an old hand-dug well! The area is so rich with history and Stanley told us of many historical things that happened on and around the property dating back to when the Indians occupied the area. There is even an old Wagon Trail that cuts through the property that was used by pioneers traveling around the Hill Country.

So take a weekend and go visit Pontotoc Lodge. Its an easy and relaxing drive from Austin. My friends and I highly recommend this home.

Submitted May 7, 2008

Amazing place!

5/5

Stayed Apr 2018

Robert b.

Stanley's place was a great retreat for our 8 man group. Great times spent around the camp fire!!

Submitted Apr 30, 2018

Great time in the Country

5/5

Stayed Aug 2017

Michael H.

Very nice country home. Plenty of room to spread out. A lot of piece and quiet. The stars are amazing at night.

Submitted Sep 15, 2017

Great country getaway

5/5

Stayed Mar 2017

Josh A.

Our family of six loved our stay at this property. The house had everything we needed and more -- lots of room for us to spread out and enjoy ourselves. We grilled out every evening in the backyard and loved hiking around the beautiful property. Our three older kids (11, 9, 6) had a great time exploring on their own. Highly recommended!

Submitted Mar 21, 2017

Great place to get away from the city!

5/5

Stayed Nov 2016

Mark W.Katy

We had the best time at the lodge. The nights were full of stars and the days full of hiking and fishing. I also highly recommend the tour with Mr. Miller. He took us to some especially beautiful parts of the property and shared some history along the way. We'll be back!

Submitted Nov 24, 2016

The perfect getaway.

5/5

Stayed Jul 2016

Adam S.

we booked the lodge for a reunion with friends and family and are so glad that we chose this location. Stanley was incredibly nice and accommodating. We felt right at home. The property itself is gorgeous and well maintained. Great for a large get together. The backyard is a perfect place to hangout, grill, and enjoy the view. there are some great little trails for hiking on the property and the night sky is absolutely amazing out there. This is definitely the place to go if you want to get away from everything and just relax.

Submitted Jul 5, 2016

1 - 6 of 23

Map

Fredonia, TX, USA

The Lodge is located near the corner of McCulloch (Brady), Mason, San Saba, and Llano counties in central Texas. It is 60 miles from Fredericksburg. 25 miles from San Saba, Llano, Brady, and Mason.

Other Activities: bird watching, star gazing

Golf: All the towns around Pontotoc have golf courses. The best would be Llano, which has some beautiful holes along side the Llano River, and the San Saba course located along the San Saba river under massive Pecan Trees. The Brady course has bent grass greens.

Rates & Availability

Taxes and fees are additional

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$50 for each additional night.
Ranch tour is included for $150.00
2nd payment can be paid by check on arrival